22 Feb 2021 News Oceans & Seas

WATCH: Managing Risk- Marine Litter and Microplastics Mitigation and Prevention.

The Third Global Session, UN Science-Policy-Business Forum on the Environment was held 18 to 20 February 2021.

The GPML co-hosted a session on Managing Risk: Marine Litter and Microplastics Mitigation and Prevention.

Significantly reducing marine pollution by 2025, as envisaged by the Sustainable Development Goals, requires focused, accelerated action by multiple actors and sectors. To tackle plastics, the largest, most harmful and persistent fraction of marine litter, immediate action is needed.

Watch the recording here.

Please find a comprehensive report by IISD here